Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–4 years from the vintage release to fully appreciate its vibrant fruit profile and crisp acidity.
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Fresh oysters, grilled sea bass, goat cheese salad
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Hailing from the cool, maritime-influenced vineyards of the Aconcagua region, Morandé's Gran Reserva Sauvignon Blanc is a tribute to the winery's pioneering spirit. In the 1980s, founder Pablo Morandé famously defied conventional wisdom by planting vines in the chilly Casablanca Valley, unlocking a new era for Chilean white wines. This Gran Reserva benefits from the cold morning fogs and cooling breezes of the Pacific Ocean, which slow grape ripening and preserve a vibrant, electric acidity. To build complexity and a rich, textured mouthfeel, the winemakers employ partial aging on fine lees in traditional oak foudres and concrete eggs, resulting in a sophisticated balance of bright citrus, herbal notes, and a distinct flinty minerality.
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Founded in 1996 by pioneering winemaker Pablo Morandé, Viña Morandé is a trailblazing Chilean winery renowned for its innovative spirit and commitment to expressing the country's diverse terroirs. Headquartered in Pelequén within the O'Higgins Region, the estate is celebrated for Morandé's historic role in introducing cool-climate viticulture to the Casablanca Valley. The winery employs a forward-thinking production philosophy, utilizing traditional large oak foudres, concrete eggs, and clay amphorae to craft highly expressive, minimal-intervention wines. Their acclaimed portfolio spans from the iconic, estate-grown Bordeaux-style blend House of Morandé to the terroir-driven Gran Reserva and Terrarum lines, showcasing exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, and Sauvignon Blanc. The official estate is located at Ruta 5 Sur, Km 122, Pelequén, Malloa, O'Higgins, Chile, and more information can be found at https://www.morande.cl.